November 14, 2022 at 5:00 PM - DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION
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1. Call Meeting To Order:
Discussion:
All actions in these Minutes were by unanimous vote unless otherwise stated.
President Gray called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. |
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2. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence In Honor Of Fallen Soldiers And Active Duty Persons:
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3. Recognition:
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3.A. Delta Dental Mobile Program Truck Visit & DSD Nursing Staff
Discussion:
Superintendent Kevin Case and the Board of Education recognized the district nursing team for coordinating the recent Delta Dental truck visit. The program provides preventive, diagnostic and restorative procedures for students' oral health. Special thanks were given to Jessica Gaudino and Kara Kveene for leading the effort.
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3.B. American Education Week
Discussion:
Superintendent Kevin Case shared that this is American Education Week. He encouraged everyone to thank a teacher, para or other district staff member for ensuring that every child in our school system receives a quality education.
He also recognized the transportation and maintenance crews for their efforts during last week's winter weather. |
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4. Public Forum:
Discussion:
There was nothing for public forum.
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5. Approval of Agenda:
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6. Consent Agenda Items:
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6.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for October 24, 2022.
Discussion:
Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2022.
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6.B. Approve the Purchases and Issuing of Accounts Payable and Payroll
Discussion:
Approved Accounts Payable Report for November 15, 2022 and Payroll for October, 2022. (Attachments)
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6.C. Approve Conflict Disclosures and Waiver Authorizations Pursuant to SDCL 3-23-3
Discussion:
There were no conflicts disclosed as defined in SDCL 3-23.
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6.D. Additional Assistant Track & Field Coaching Position for DHS
Discussion:
Approved an additional DHS Assistant Track and Field Coach for throwing events, to be filled annually, as needed.
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7. Items Removed From Consent Agenda
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7.A. Approve Personnel Action
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8. Elementary and Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Items:
Discussion:
Elementary and Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Items:
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8.A. Update on South Dakota Social Studies Standards and Adoption Process - We wanted to update you on the proposed K-12 Social Studies standards and changes that have been made in the adoption process.
Discussion:
Executive Director of Elementary Academics Ann Pettit and Executive Director of Secondary Academics Kit Veit shared an overview of the state social studies standards adoption process, comparing the current social studies standards to the proposed standards and the process used for each one. They shared their concerns with the new process and proposed standards. The Board agreed to review and vote on a resolution at a future meeting.
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9. Superintendent Items:
Discussion:
Superintendent Items:
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9.A. Approve Student Assignment Requests as recommended to attend Douglas School District for the 2022-23 school year.
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9.B. Cost Estimate Update on Elementary Building #1 - COOP/DLR/Gustafson Builders
Discussion:
Gustafson Builders, CO-OP Architects and DLR Group representatives gave an update on the elementary building #1 project. The construction document phase for the project is now completed, and the estimated cost projection is approximately $55 million. The project will be ready to bid as soon as funds become available. They briefly talked about next steps which include furniture design.
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9.C. Approve appointment of board member(s) to the ASBSD's Legislative Action Network (LAN).
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10. Fiscal Resources Items:
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Fiscal Resources Items:
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10.A. South Dakota Teacher Compensation Accountability Data
In 2016, the SD Legislature passed a half-cent sales tax increase with the purpose of increasing teacher compensation in SD. Since that date, schools have been required to report compensation data (SDCL 13-13-73.6) in an effort to show that the additional dollars are being used for teacher compensation. Each year is compared to FY2017 for comparison purposes. Douglas has always made it a priority to compensate our staff with the most competitive salary & benefits package as possible while still being fiscally responsible. The attached report came from the State of South Dakota - we sorted it to show the District with the highest average teacher compensation (includes benefits) and the District with the highest average teacher salary (does not include benefits).
Discussion:
Business Manager Trista Olney presented the South Dakota Teacher Compensation Accountability Data. It's important that board members, staff and the public are aware of how Douglas has used funding since the 2016 half-cent sales tax increase was implemented to increase certified staff salaries. Douglas is second in the state for average teacher salary and number seven in the state for average teacher compensation (includes salary and benefits).
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11. Operational Support Services Items:
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Operational Support Services Items:
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11.A. Approve FIRST Reading of Reviewed and Revised School Board Policies as follows:
EA - Support Services Goals EB- Safety Program EBA- Buildings and Grounds Inspections EBB- Accident Prevention and Safety Procedures. EBBA- First Aid EBBB- Accident Reports EBC- Emergency Plans EBCA- Bomb Threats EBCB- Fire Drills EBCB-E Fire Drill Reports EBCD- Emergency Closings EBCD-R Emergency Closings Regulation ECA- Buildings and Grounds Security ECA-R Buildings and Grounds Security Regulation ECAA- Equal Access ECAB- Vandalism ECAB-E Vandalism Report ECAC- Surveillance Video ECB- Buildings and Grounds Maintenance ECF- Energy Management ECF-R Buildings and Grounds Management (Energy Management and Conservation) ECG- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) ECG-R Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Regulation EDBA- Maintenance and Control of Instructional Materials EEAC- School Bus Safety Program EEACA- Examination and Training/ Drug and Alcohol Testing Bus Drivers EEACA-R Part 2 ,Drug and Alcohol Testing Bus Drivers EEAD- Special Use of Buses EFB- Free and Reduced Price Food Service EG- Data Management and Records Retention EGAA- District Copyright Policy EH- Service Animals at School EH-E Service Animal at School Informational Sheet EIBA- Indemnification of Employees |
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12. Reports:
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Board Policy EA - Support Services Goals Board Policy EB- Safety Program Board Policy EBA- Buildings and Grounds Inspections Board Policy EBB- Accident Prevention and Safety Procedures. Board Policy EBBA- First Aid Board Policy EBBB- Accident Reports Board Policy EBC- Emergency Plans Board Policy EBCA- Bomb Threats Board Policy EBCB- Fire Drills Board Policy Exhibit EBCB-E Fire Drill Reports Board Policy EBCD- Emergency Closings Board Policy Regulation EBCD-R Emergency Closings Regulation Board Policy ECA- Buildings and Grounds Security Board Policy Regulation ECA-R Buildings and Grounds Security Regulation Board Policy ECAA- Equal Access Board Policy ECAB- Vandalism Board Policy Exhibit ECAB-E Vandalism Report Board Policy ECAC- Surveillance Video Board Policy ECB- Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Board Policy ECF- Energy Management Board Policy Regulation ECF-R Buildings and Grounds Management (Energy Management and Conservation) Board Policy ECG- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Board Policy Regulation ECG-R Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Regulation Board Policy EDBA- Maintenance and Control of Instructional Materials Board Policy EEAC- School Bus Safety Program Board Policy EEACA- Examination and Training/ Drug and Alcohol Testing Bus Drivers Board Policy Regulation EEACA-R Part 2 ,Drug and Alcohol Testing Bus Drivers Board Policy EEAD- Special Use of Buses Board Policy EFB- Free and Reduced Price Food Service Board Policy EG- Data Management and Records Retention Board Policy EGAA- District Copyright Policy Board Policy EH- Service Animals at School Board Policy Exhibit EH-E Service Animal at School Informational Sheet Board Policy EIBA- Indemnification of Employees |
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12.A. Superintendent:
Discussion:
Reports:
Superintendent Case reported on a meeting between the Executive Team and area legislators regarding Douglas's unique situation and future funding for district facilities. The conversations were good and, hopefully,will lead to further conversations on funding. The canceled Western Dakota Technical College meeting will be re-scheduled. |
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12.B. Committee Reports From Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members
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Committee Reports from Board Members and Comments from Associate Board Members.
Associate Member Fran Apland commented on all the positive comments promoting students on FaceBook. She also added that Lindsey Dablow from MIC3 (Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission) will be in South Dakota on Thursday. She will conduct training sessions for area superintendents, Douglas staff, and base staff. Tonya Amaral attended the Curriculum Coordinating Council meeting last week--working on K-12 math adoption this year, high school presented on the 10-point grading scale, and reviewed the District Report Card. The Booster Club meeting is tomorrow night. They are opening an online store for Patriot gear and will vote on a yard sign design. Cathy Melendez attended the high school PASCH German ceremony and the high school production of Wiley and the Hairy Man. She encouraged everyone to attend either a middle school or high school production--"they are amazing." Business Manager Trista Olney stated the Legislator meeting today was a step in the right direction. Chris Misselt reported on the last Ed Council meeting where there was conversation on various topics such as funding for PBIS, current substitute situation, new process for SpEd Referral, initiating a Language Committee, and an update on the Strategic Direction. Amy McGovern expressed high accolades for the Black Hills Special Services Cooperative tour in Sturgis and Spearfish. They have amazing programming available to assist their clients. Tanya Gray will be attending the Associated School Boards of South Dakota board meeting on Thursday prior to the Delegate Assembly scheduled on Friday. She reminded members to give Amy McGovern input on the resolutions for voting purposes. She commented on the girls volleyball team representing Douglas well at SoDak 16. |
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13. Upcoming Calendar Events:
November 18 ASBSD Delegate Assembly, Pierre November 21-25 No School for Students November 21-22 Staff Professional Development Days November 28 BOE Meeting |
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14. Adjournment
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